Budgeting & Reporting Manager

Giga Energy; Mina Al arab; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Budgeting & Reporting Manager to oversee financial operations. This role involves driving financial compliance, managing budgets, and providing strategic insights to support decision-making, along with mentoring junior staff and enhancing financial processes.

Qualifications

• 7–12 years’ experience in budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Expertise in IFRS and related financial regulations.
• Background in Real Estate, Construction, or related industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, quarterly updates, and daily expenditure monitoring.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and variance reports.
• Ensure adherence to IFRS and maintain Chart of Accounts.

Skills

Strategic Focus & Decision Making

Analytical & Problem-Solving

Planning, Organizing & Results-Driven

Communication & Interpersonal

Team Leadership & Coaching

Integrity & Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional certification (CA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

financial software

Job description

Job Overview

The Budgeting & Reporting Manager develops and manages budgets, prepares financial reports, and provides strategic financial insights to support organizational decision-making. This role ensures financial compliance, drives process improvements, and leads critical financial cycles.

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Lead annual budgeting (pre/post), quarterly updates, and daily expenditure monitoring.
• Develop budgets with cross-departmental input and maintain forecasting tools.
• Perform Budget vs. Actual analysis with variance justifications and KPI reporting.
  
  

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements, and variance reports.
• Deliver actionable insights and presentations to senior management/stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy and deadlines for all financial reporting.
  
  

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure adherence to IFRS, financial regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain Chart of Accounts and update accounting manuals/procedures.
• Coordinate financial closures, audits, and implement audit recommendations.
• Support VAT compliance and act as backup for audit tasks.
  
  

Operations & Leadership

• Manage receivables: oversee collections and relevant meetings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance financial processes.
• Mentor junior staff and drive automation initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
• Support CFO on ad-hoc assignments and finance team deliverables.
  
  

Essential

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
• Professional certification (CA, ACCA, CPA, or CIMA).
• 7–12 years’ experience in budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, financial software, and IFRS.
• Background in Real Estate, Construction, or related industries.
  
  

Skills

• Strategic Focus & Decision Making
• Analytical & Problem-Solving
• Planning, Organizing & Results-Driven
• Communication & Interpersonal
• Team Leadership & Coaching
• Integrity & Compliance